We have tested them accordingly to the SOX requirement - once in three month

BR
Stan Podolski

McCormick wrote:
> I was hoping anyone might have some experience with this.  Currently we need 
> to perform test restores of duplicates that are routinely shipped offsite to 
> Iron Mountain for storage.  We need to test them after they return in order 
> to ensure that our shippers (FedEx, UPS, etc.) aren't subjecting the media to 
> any environments (x-ray, temps, etc.) that might compromise the LTO-4 
> (Ultrium 4) tapes. 
>
> What we need to determine is how often it is needed to test this returned 
> media.  Are there any norms that the industry uses?  Or is it pretty much 
> just a subjective thing?  We were considering 1, maybe 2 times per year. 
>
> Any suggestiong are greatly appreciated in advance. 
>
> Sean
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